Business Details
26 Years
experience
Sustainable Australian-Made Furniture Solutions
Founded in 2000 by Russel Koskela and Sasha Titchkosky, our company has redefined sustainable design through Australian-made furniture solutions. With over two decades of experience, we combine ethical manufacturing with social impact, becoming Australia's first B Corp-certified furniture and lighting company in 2017. Our expertise lies in creating commercial and residential furniture that prioritizes environmental responsibility without compromising on quality or aesthetics.We demonstrate authoritativeness through ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 certifications, alongside our commitment to achieving full circularity by 2027. Trustworthiness is embedded in our practices, including $1.6 million returned to First Nations communities through collaborative design projects and transparent carbon reduction strategies targeting absolute-zero emissions by 2035.
Services
Commercial Furniture
Residential Furniture
Classroom Furniture
Bespoke Design
First Nations Collaborations
Furniture Refurbishment
Lighting Solutions
Artworks Sales
Circular Economy Products
GECA Certified Furniture
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We offer 23 years of experience in sustainable furniture manufacturing
- Our in-house team provides customizable solutions for commercial projects
- All products support circular economy principles with repairable components
- We hold ISO 9001 and ISO 14001 quality and environmental certifications
- 70% of product value directly benefits First Nations communities
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001:2015
- ISO 14001:2015
- B Corp
Services
Koskela Work
Australian-made commercial furniture designed for corporate offices, tertiary campuses, and government environments. Our durable, adaptable solutions support productivity and wellbeing while maintaining timeless aesthetics. Modular components allow repairs and upgrades, reducing long-term environmental impact.
Koskela Live
Sustainable home furnishings including sofas, tables, and lighting crafted for Australian households. Products combine ethical materials with contemporary design, featuring First Nations art collaborations and eco-conscious manufacturing processes that minimize environmental footprint.
Koskela Learn
Modern classroom solutions for schools and learning institutions. Our biophilic designs enhance student engagement through adaptable layouts, natural materials, and acoustic optimization while maintaining strict durability standards for educational environments.
First Nations Design
Cultural partnerships creating furniture and lighting featuring First Nations artwork. These initiatives generate independent income for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists while promoting cultural preservation through contemporary design applications.
ReHome Program
Circular economy initiative refurbishing pre-loved furniture with 2-week lead times. Products receive new fabrics and components while maintaining original quality, reducing waste through reuse and extending product lifecycles.
People
Russel Koskela
Co-Founder
Co-founded Koskela in 2000 after corporate career, driving sustainable manufacturing and social impact initiatives. Advocates for ethical design practices that benefit both communities and environment through business innovation.
Sasha Titchkosky
Co-Founder
Co-founder with 23 years' experience shaping Koskela's vision for socially responsible design. Focuses on creating meaningful First Nations partnerships and maintaining Australian manufacturing standards that align with environmental commitments.
Questions
What sustainability certifications does Koskela hold?
We maintain ISO 9001:2015 quality standards, ISO 14001:2015 environmental management certification, and B Corp status since 2017.
How does Koskela support First Nations communities?
Approximately 70% of product value from collaborations goes directly to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations through ongoing design partnerships.
Can Koskela furniture be customized for specific projects?
Our in-house team offers customization options for fabric, finish, and layout configurations to meet specific commercial project requirements.
What happens to Koskela products at end-of-life?
Products are designed for disassembly with repairable/reusable components. We aim for full circularity by 2027 through recycling and repurposing programs.
Do you offer refurbished furniture options?
The ReHome program provides refurbished office furniture with 2-week lead times, including sofas, chairs, and tables at reduced prices.
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Reviews (7)
Hattie Tamplin
Dec 18, 2021
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It's the 22nd of December and I ordered from Koskela yesterday at around 7pm. It was with me today! I'm so impressed, so simple and so fast. The product is so beautiful as well and exactly as described. Now I just want to buy more from them!! Thank you so much
Lucy Bucci
Nov 20, 2021
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We had such a wonderful experience choosing a sofa for our new house at Koskela. Despite not being able to visit the showroom we felt like Marnee at Koskela showed us all our available options and spent time listening to our needs in order for us to choose the perfect combination of fabrics and size. Marnee mocked up several options for us to show us what it would look like in our actual space. We are so excited to receive our quadrant sofa - we think it will look fantastic. If you are unsure, Id recommend booking in a meeting with one of Koskelas interior designers as we did, it made such
Neil Sher
Sep 28, 2021
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Koskela, its people, product and ethos is truly 5-star worthy. From beginning to end Marnee and Eloise have been a pleasure to deal with. Marnee graciously took time out of their hectic showroom move to give me a virtual tour and recommend available pieces from their Quadrant Sofa range. Delivery by Jaro was first class (same day). The product is top quality as youd expect from an ethical company that highly values the materials, production, design and team involved. May seem like an over the top review, but its totally deserving and unsurprising that Koskela is attracting such a following
Louise Eckersley
Sep 21, 2021
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I fell in love with Koskela many years ago and am thrilled to finally be mid build of our new home, the birds nest. It was always my intention to choose a lighting sculpture from their Social Impact Collections. Marnees help made this feasible and stressless. We even FaceTimed on site so she could guide me on positioning them. Gratitude & Appreciation Marnee
Frances Taylor
Aug 24, 2021
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Koskela is full of unique, diverse and interesting items of furniture, manchester and soft furnishings. I was assisted in my purchase of a large piece of furniture, which had special significance for me, by a member of staff who was understanding , friendly and most important of all, genuine in helping me make the decision. I look forward to returning when Koskela reopens.
Tegan Louise
Jun 11, 2021
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We are absolutely thrilled with our new Koskela couch and coffee table. Marnee was phenomenal at helping us organise our custom order, she was thorough in her correspondence with us and always communicated with such a joy and warmth. Weve got quite a few items from Koskela and we will absolutely be getting more in the future. Thank you for being such a joy to work with.
Nathan Wren
May 21, 2021
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I am overwhelmed with happiness, Marnee actually turned my vision into a reality. I am so happy with my couch. I highly recommend having a consultation with Marnee the whole process was super informative, she helped me soo much and was just an all round legend. I cant thank Koskela enough.
